Herman Herrera
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How Nigeria turned Trump’s threats to military partnership
A Shift in Transatlantic Diplomacy The diplomatic relationship between Nigeria and the United States has undergone a significant transformation following a series of high-level security dialogues held this February 2026.…
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People’s Republic of China: 2025 Article IV Consultation-IMF: Quantifying Economic Fragmentation and GDP Losses
A Sharp Increase in Trade Barriers The IMF’s 2026 Article IV report for China highlights a significant escalation in trade barriers, with effective tariffs on Chinese exports to the United…
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The 2025 US-China Trade Truce: Strategic De-escalation and Purchase Commitments
A Temporary Pause in Trade Hostilities In October 2025, the People’s Republic of China and the United States reached a significant one-year trade truce following a period of intense escalation.…
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The Real Estate Crisis and the 5% GDP Rescue Plan: Stabilizing China’s Economic Foundation
A Protracted Structural Adjustment The 2026 Article IV report identifies the ongoing contraction in the property sector, now in its fourth year, as the most significant domestic drag on China’s…
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The Challenge of “Involution”: Addressing Excessive Competition and Market Distortions
The Phenomenon of Neijuan in the Chinese Economy In its 2026 Article IV report, the IMF introduces a detailed analysis of “involution”—locally known as neijuan—a term describing a state of…
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15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030): Navigating the Transition to High-Quality Development
A Strategic Blueprint for a New Era The year 2026 marks the official launch of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (FYP), a pivotal policy framework that defines the nation’s economic and…
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The Productivity Gap in the Generative AI Era: Emerging Economies at a Crossroads
Overview: A New Divergence in Global Productivity The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) jointly released a critical report today, February 12, 2026, highlighting a widening productivity gap…
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Korea contributes to WTO Global Trust Fund and WTO Chairs Programme
Overview: Strengthening Global Trade Capacity The Republic of Korea has reaffirmed its commitment to the multilateral trading system through a new financial contribution to the World Trade Organization (WTO). This…
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Ambitious reforms to strengthen competition and increase formal employment would further boost the Philippines’ growth trajectory
A Strategic Path for Emerging Economies The OECD released a comprehensive economic survey today, February 12, 2026, highlighting that the Philippines remains one of the fastest-growing economies in Southeast Asia.…
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Strategic Outcomes of the First APEC 2026 Senior Officials’ Meeting in Guangzhou
En: APEC/PECCOverview: Launching the APEC “China Year” The First APEC 2026 Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM1) and its related events concluded in Guangzhou on February 10, 2026. This gathering officially launched a…
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ABAC Launches 2026 Work Program: Openness, Connectivity, and Synergy
En: APEC/PECCOverview: A Business-Driven Agenda for Regional Resilience The APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC) officially initiated its 2026 work program this week under the integrated theme “Openness, Connectivity, Synergy.” This strategic…
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Doubling down on cooperation offers better payout for APEC economies
En: APEC/PECCOverview: A Results-Oriented Dialogue The First APEC 2026 Senior Officials’ Meeting (SOM1) commenced on Tuesday in Guangzhou, marking China’s return as host after twelve years. Consequently, this session offers a…
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APEC Gains Momentum Amid Rising Risks: Can It Last?
En: APEC/PECCOverview: Economic Stabilization in the Region The APEC region is experiencing a period of economic stabilization, with growth projected at 3.5% for 2025 and 3.1% for 2026. This trend is…
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36ª Reunión Ministerial de APEC 2025 Gyeongju
En: APEC/PECCLa 36ª Reunión Ministerial de APEC 2025 en Gyeongju marcó un punto de inflexión estratégico al priorizar la Inteligencia Artificial y la digitalización como motores de transformación estructural. A diferencia…
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36ª Reunión Ministerial de APEC 2025 Gyeongju
En: APEC/PECCLa 36ª Reunión Ministerial de APEC 2025 en Gyeongju marcó un punto de inflexión estratégico al priorizar la Inteligencia Artificial y la digitalización como motores de transformación estructural. A diferencia…